B0081Medium severity

Passenger Presence System

The passenger seat occupant detection system has a fault.

Safe to Drive?
Yes

Informational only. Consult a qualified mechanic.

Estimated Repair Cost
$100 - $600
Common Causes
  • Faulty seat sensor
  • Wiring under seat damaged
  • Heavy object left on seat
Recommended Action

Passenger airbag may not enable properly. Have the seat sensor inspected.

What does B0081 mean?

The B0081 OBD-II diagnostic trouble code (DTC) indicates: passenger presence system. This is a medium-severity body code that your vehicle's onboard diagnostics system triggers when the passenger seat occupant detection system has a fault. If your check engine light is on with this code, the vehicle is generally safe to drive, but you should have it inspected soon.

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